Photography by: Coralie Nairn, Connie Ellis and Photos by Jess
Intro to the Art
Get your feet wet with this friendly, hands-on introductory workshop—perfect for Novice Riders and Green Horses! Join us Friday before the full weekend of fun and friendly competition at Art of the Bridlehorse 2025. The workshop will include an intro to Stockwork, how to settle the cattle and some helpful tips for sorting with Buddy Cardinal and Craig and Judy Bird in the morning and supported Intermediate and Pro Stockwork practice in the afternoon. The Stockwork pratice will be followed by a review and examination of the Elements of the Ranch Horse Challenge with David Ciriani and Christa Miremadi, open to all levels!
Free for Art of the Bridlehorse competitors; drop-ins welcome for $100.
The schedule will be as follows:
9am - 12 noon ~ Intro to Stockmanship for Youth, Novice and Green Horse riders
1pm - 4pm ~ Stockmanship Supported Practice opportunity for Intermediate and Pro riders
4pm - 5pm ~ Ranch Horse Challenge support
6:30 pm ~ Catered Dinner (by donation)
After the day has wrapped up, we will also be hosting a Meet 'n Greet with the Judges of Art of the Bridlehorse! This will be a great opportunity to meet fellow competitors, the organizing crew and the Judges. Ask your questions and make some connections!
Although this event is free for competitors and BCBHA members, space is limited so registration is required! It will be full when it's full so don't wait to sign up!
.jpg)